Hike Schedule

Dundas Valley West

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Good Companions
Location (Google Maps): Western Dundas Valley

Hike Leader(s): Anne Armstrong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely – 3km/hr or less
Terrain: Easy – Mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Approx. 8 – 9 km.

Description

Please join this hike for lovely views in the western end of Dundas Valley including some lovely waterfalls. Please meet in the parking lot of the baseball playing fields, across from Lion’s Club Swimming Pool, 263 Jerseyville Rd. W in Ancaster. Meet at 9:45 for a 10:00 am. start. Bring water, a snack, icers and poles if using.

Winter Badge Wednesdays: Riverside Woods Nature Reserve

Hike open to BTC Members only.

Hosting Club: Caledon Hills
Category: General
Location (Google Maps): Meet at 10 am at the BTC parking lot, 713377 1st Line EHS, Mono. Go north on 1st Line from Side Road 5. Access is closed going south on 1st Line from Hockley Road during the winter. It is best to aim for arriving around 9:45, so we can start hiking as close to 10 am as possible. Thanks!

Hike Leader(s): Elizabeth Ganong Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hour
Terrain: Easy – mostly flat and usually good footing, Moderate – some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: Between 4 and 5 km

Description

Update on trail conditions: As of March 8th, the trails remain snow-covered at Riverside Woods. Half of the Saturday Shorts hikers snowshoed the route. You may wish to bring your snowshoes along on Wednesday!

Looking to get outside and enjoy nature in another season? You may wish to join in on one Wednesday hike in this winter series or all five! Complete all five as part of the series or do a combination of hikes within the series and your own winter hikes, and you will be eligible to receive the Caledon Winter Hiking Badge (further details below and on the CHBTC website under Club Badges).

This Wednesday’s hike explores Riverside Woods on side trails and gentler nature reserve trails on a 4 or 5 km route. Be prepared for winter conditions by bringing warm gear, poles, and icers. You are encouraged to bring water and a snack. No dogs please.

The hike leader for this hike is Elizabeth Ganong. Registrants can expect a reminder/update message one or two days before the hike.

If desired, this hike may be used towards the Caledon Winter Hiking Badge (5 winter hikes in the Caledon section that are 1 ½ hours or longer in length). Please keep a log of your hikes and follow the directions on the CHBTC website under Club Badges to receive your badge.

Welland Canal Series: Hikes #2 Woodend to Museum return and #3 Sobey's to Richard Pierpoint Park return

Hosting Club: Niagara, Sydenham
Category: Historical Hike
Location (Google Maps):

Woodend Conservation, Taylor Rd. 43.143377, -79.167212

Hike Leader(s): Karen Buschert Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium: 3 to 4 km/h
Terrain: Easy: Mostly flat and good footing., There might be muddy sections.
Distance: 8.5 km for first hike, 9 km for second hike

Description

Day 2: Woodend to Museum and back (8.5 km return), then drive to Sobeys off Glendale Ave and walk along Canal 2 to Richard Pierpoint Park and back (9 km return).

The first hike will take you past both the Third and the Present Welland Canal. We will also visit the Welland Canal Museum for a more complete picture of the history of the canal system. This is Hike #2 of the Welland Canal Badge.

The second hike will take you along parts of the Merritt Trail where the first Welland Canal followed. Unfortunately, there is little left of the first canal but many sections of the Second Welland Canal are quite visible here because it followed much the same route as the first one. This is Hike #3 of the Welland Canal Badge.

Mono Cliffs - Bottom loops

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet in the parking lot in the village of Mono Centre on Mono Centre Rd.

Hike Leader(s): Karen Bergmann Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium – 3 to 4 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: 9 kms

Description

We will hike the bottom three loops of Mono Cliffs Provincial Park and end along the Laidlaw Side Trail to the parking lot. These trails are fairly easy, with some rocks and roots and a few hills.  Bring icers for your boots. Hike is dependent on weather conditions.

7:00 pm Moonlight Night Hike in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Night
Location (Google Maps):

Veteran’s Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King St.

Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7 km

Description

Moonlight Night Hike – Take in the magic of the rising moon over Lake Ontario and the Niagara River. This hike includes a stop to connect with your senses – sights, sounds, smells and the rhythm of your breath. Counts towards your night hike badge (5 night hikes).

9:00 am Niagara-on-the-Lake Tour

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Urban
Location (Google Maps):

Veterans Memorial Park, park just outside the park on King Street

Hike Leader(s): Robin Garrett Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 6-7 km

Description

Each Friday we will explore different neighbourhoods, trails and parkland throughout Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Moderate pace with some weeks entirely on sidewalks and roads while others may include a mix of trails and paved pathways. Great way to build up endurance for longer more strenuous hikes.

Prepare for cooler windy conditions on open parkland and along Lake Ontario and Niagara River trails.

Plan to stay for conversation and a warm cup of coffee or tea at Sweets & Swirls, Community Centre, Niagara Stone Road, NOTL

Moonlit Hike Series - Part 6 of 6 An evening hike along Ginebek Miikaans – the Snake Trail Boardwalk

Hosting Club: Peninsula
Category: Moonlit Hike Series
Location (Google Maps): Neyaashiinigmiing (Cape Crocker Park)

Hike Leader(s): Caley Doran and Bill Floyd Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Leisurely (2.0 – 3.0 km/h): A relaxed pace with frequent breaks and a focus on enjoyment.
Terrain: Easy: Flat forested sections or lowland trails.
Distance: 2 km

Description

🌕 Full Moon Hike Series: Part 6 of 6 (Last Winter Full Moon Hike)🌕

This Full moon is known as “Worm Moon” or  “Snowcrust Moon”

Join us for a captivating evening hike along Ginebek Miikaans – the Snake Trail Boardwalk on the sacred land of the Chippewas of Nawash.

Date: Friday, March 14th
Time: 7:00 pm

Moonrise: 8:07 pm

Sunset: 7:29 pm

Hike length: 2 km

Duration: 2 hours

Location: Neyaashiinigmiing, Cape Croker Park, 112 Park Road, Wiarton.

Where to Meet: Cape Croker Park Beach Parking Area

Your Anishinaabe guide Caley Doran will introduce us to the natural and cultural wonders found along Ginebek Miikaans – the Snake Trail Boardwalk. Miikaans is part of the Bruce Trail that is located along the shoreline of Wiikwedoonse (Sydney Bay) in the unceded Anishinaabek territory of Neyaashiinigmiing.  This trail winds through mixed forest, to the edges of an active beaver dam and lodge, and along the shoreline of Sydney Bay. During this exploration you will learn about the traditional plants and wildlife that play a pivotal role in the traditional and contemporary lives of the Anishinaabek people. There are two very nice lookouts to take in the natural beauty of Sydney Bay and a beaver pond.

You can learn more about the traditional Anishinaabek teachings from time immemorial. Visit the Cape Croker Park website for more information on their Anishinaabe Cultural Experiences.

What to bring:

• Illuminate the path with a red light headlamp (if you don’t have one that’s ok).
• Sturdy boots
• Appropriate clothing for the weather conditions (layers are great)
• Something to sit on, snack, water or hot beverage

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the night sky! We hope for clear skies to make the evening even more special.

Full Moon - Blood Moon hike

Hosting Club: Iroquoia
Category: Moonlight Hikes
Location (Google Maps): Dundas Valley entrance Near headwater trail, behind Morgan Firestone Arena. Go to Martin Road to the furthest parking lot across from the baseball field.

Hike Leader(s): Madeline Grady Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing
Distance: ~7 km

Description

March’s full moon has many names. Blood moon. Snow crust moon. The Snow crust because the days are warner but the nights are still cold.  Be prepared for some icy conditions, hiking boots, poles and icers are recommended.  Dress in layers, it may be cooler at the end of our hike.  Bring water and maybe a snack.

CANCELLED 9:00 Millennium Recreational Trail Hike

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Cancelled
Location (Google Maps): Whirlpool Road at hydro canal in Niagara Falls

Hike Leader(s): Suzanne Gourluck Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Easy
Distance: 8 km

Description

Hike along the paved multi-use Millennium Recreational Trail following the Chippawa-Queenston hydro canal in Niagara Falls.
Limited parking so consider carpooling with a friend if possible.
Dress for the weather and bring snack and water.

Queenston Loop

Hosting Club: Niagara
Category: Loop
Location (Google Maps): Meet near the washrooms near the Queenston Heights Restaurant

Hike Leader(s): Margaret Northfield Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Medium
Terrain: Moderate
Distance: 10 km

Description

We will hike around Queenston Heights Park using the main trail and a couple of the side trails.  Poles and icers may be required.

Dufferin Hi-Land 60th Anniversary Side Trail Highlights

Hosting Club: Dufferin Hi-Land
Category: General Hike
Location (Google Maps): Meet and park at Mono Community Centre (754483 Mono Centre Rd, Mono, ON L9W 5W9) at 9:15am. 

Hike Leader(s): su Bate, Helen Bailey Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk
Terrain: Dependent on Conditions, Moderate, Slippery Sections Likely
Distance: 8.5km

Description

This is a series of 6 loop hikes; each hike is between 9-12km in length.  If you hike all 6 of the hikes in this series, or otherwise hike 60 km in Dufferin during 2025, you qualify for the 60th Anniversary badge.  Wear appropriate clothing for the day and bring a drink, a snack and icers.  The trail can be icy and slippery and muddy at this time of year.

We will follow the Laidlaw Side Trail west from the parking lot, then north to the Bruce Main Trail (km 0.6) then continue north past the viewing platform. Where the Main Trail veers left through a narrow fence opening, we’ll keep right onto the Clifftop Trail, then turn right onto the Walter Tovell Side Trail.  Continue south to Laidlaw Side Trail and back to Mono Community Centre parking. Total distance 8.5km

ABC's of Hiking Poles

Hosting Club: Niagara, Iroquoia, Toronto, Caledon Hills, Dufferin Hi-Land, Blue Mountains, Beaver Valley, Sydenham, Peninsula
Category: Special Event
Location (Google Maps): BTC Office in Dundas

Hike Leader(s): BTC Staff Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Brisk – 4 to 5 km/hr
Terrain: Moderate – Some hills and/or some poor footing, Strenuous – Hilly with steep climbs and some poor footing
Distance: 6-7 km’s

Description

Learn everything there is to know about the ABCs of Hiking Poles in this informative, engaging and interactive presentation. Developed and facilitated by Margaret O’Dell, this session will cover everything about hiking poles including attributes, benefits and cons. Bring your hiking poles (if you own a pair), so we can compare the different attributes of various brands and styles. We’ll draw from our collective experiences and founded research to learn from one another about good hiking pole etiquette. The session will conclude with a fun game – the winner will go home with a free pair of Cascade Mountain Trek Hiking Poles.

There will be an optional hike along the Tews Falls Side Trail after lunch – please indicate if you will be attending this optional hike in your registration or by using the Contact the Hike Leader button .

Refreshments will be provided with registration and lunch for anyone attending the optional hike portion.

Urban Walk: Waterfront Trail 10/11 – Whitby Shores and Lynde Shores

Hosting Club: Toronto
Category: Urban Walk
Location (Google Maps): Canada

Hike Leader(s): Brian Rideout Click here to contact Hike Leader(s)

Pace: Moderate (3-4 km/hr)
Terrain: Flat
Distance: 12.5 KM

Description

Please join me by 9:05 am under the clock in the Great Hall of Union Station. We will take the 9:20 am eastbound train to Whitby.  We will hike a loop that will take us south to Lake Ontario, west and north to Victoria St, west to Lynde Shores Conversation where we will do a loop down to Lake Ontario and back, and then to the pub stop before returning to Whitby GO and back for a distance of (new) 12.5 km.  There are washrooms at Union Station, Whitby GO and on the train.  Bring at least two liters of water and a light snack.  Our pub stop will be The Royal Oak – Whitby Shores at km 11.7.

Here is an online map (new) of our route: Whitby Shores and Lynde Shores

You can buy a GO Transit day pass for $10